A recent survey conducted by the Hartford Institute for Religion Research found that nearly half of American churchgoers — 46% — attend church services in multiple locations in person and/or online. (Shimron & Banks, Religion News Service)
Read MoreAccording to the FBI, murder and nonnegligent manslaughter decreased an estimated 14.9%, robbery decreased an estimated 8.9% rape decreased an estimated 5.2%, and aggravated assault decreased an estimated 3.0%. Property crime also decreased an estimated 8.1% from 2023 to 2024, and hate crimes decreased an estimated 1.5%, the report found. (Atkins, NBC News)
Read MoreHorror Unleashed is opening just on the cusp of when theme parks and immersive-focused live experiences are entering one of the busiest times of the year: Halloween. The holiday, of course, essentially starts earlier each year. (Martens, Los Angeles Times)
Read MoreThey called her revelatory, even legendary. They marveled at her voice and her power. The harshest critics were gentle, only wondering if the star of “Jesus Christ Superstar” could have hit an even higher high note in the show’s most gripping moment. (Rainey, Los Angeles Times)
Read MoreGhost’s ascension has coincided with a wave of current acts adjacent to but not circumscribed by the metal scene, who are combining elements of mystery and lore with accessible, genre-blending songcraft — and, despite little mainstream exposure, drawing fans in droves. (Shteamer, The New York Times)
Read MoreA new federal report finds that the percentage of adults with suicidal thoughts and attempts remained about the same between 2021 and 2024. But the analysis of the National Survey on Drug Use and Health did offer some good news: Over that same time period, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens declined. (Chaterjee, NPR)
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